The purpose of this study is theoretical substantiation and experimental confirmation of importance of the Olympic education as a socialization factor of the preschoolers. To address the study issues, theoretical methods of analysis, generalization and systematization as well as personal and activity approaches were applied. The older preschoolers (n=70) participated in our study. For establishing a degree of connection between the level of Olympic education and socialization of children’s personality, a correlation analysis − calculation of Spearman's rank correlation coefficient – was used. The correlation analysis showed that the results of evaluation of Olympic education and socialization of the 6- to 7-year children has a reliable positive connection. Moreover, socialization of the preschoolers may be defined as individual, personal achievement of the Olympic education representing a balance of the appropriate understanding of sport, value of the Olympic culture, interests, and needs and value orientations defining so-called Olympic models of behavior.Results of the study can be used in the practice of subject teachers and preschool teachers; in the learning process of students, who study in sport-related higher schools; skills refreshment and re-training courses for coaches and physical training teachers.

Keywords: Olympic education, preschooler’s socialization, racial socialization, educational support, social development of children

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